Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Board Walk to Beach

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A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and two wall-mounted lamps.
A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a granite countertop.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by green lawns and buildings with multiple stories.
A living room with a ceiling fan, a TV mounted on the wall, and a wooden coffee table.
A sign for Island Retreat, a beachfront condominium complex, with palm trees and a clear sky in the background.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Holiday Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Swimming pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Port Aransas, TX
  • Place, Holiday Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mustang Island Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Port Aransas Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Port Aransas

Located in Port Aransas, this condo is near the beach. Palmilla Beach Golf Club and Fisherman's Wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center. Jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
Map
Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • Holiday Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mustang Island Beach - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Whitecap Beach - 30 min drive - 34.8 km
  • North Padre Island Beach - 31 min drive - 35.9 km

Getting around

  • Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fins Grill & Icehouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sip Yard - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bier Haus - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Board Walk to Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Board Walk to Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Board Walk to Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Board Walk to Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Board Walk to Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Board Walk to Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this condo building is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Holiday Beach and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Port Aransas Beach. Mustang Island Beach and Palmilla Beach Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific stay

Place was beautiful and right on the water - exceeded our expectations
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr, 2021
Thanks you so much for staying with us at Island Retreat. You are so right the the beach access, the boardwalk to the beach makes it so easy to get there. We appreciate your business and look forward to seeing you again soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Decent place to stay

A decent place to stay. Location was great, beds were comfortable, property clean and friendly management.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug, 2022
Thank you for your review! We hope you come back and see us soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There was live music down by the pool, the property was clean, the condo was clean. Everything was really nice. We had a view facing the ocean and the pool. There was security at check in and they were helpful in telling us where everything was. It was a very nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient to beach and town

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jun, 2023
Thank you for the 5-star review! We are pleased to know you enjoyed the property and that we were able to accommodate your needs. We look forward to seeing you again at Life in Paradise.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun Mothers/daughters vacation spot

It was a great place to stay for a few days & enjoyed being close to the water & the pool. We were a group of 3 moms and 4 daughters and it was comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul, 2022
Thanks so much for staying with us, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay, We look forward to having you come again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

The views couldn’t be more perfect. The condo had plenty of space for our family. Beds are comfy. Liked that it had a washer and dryer in the unit. We always enjoy our stay at the Island Retreat. Michelle the office manager is amazing!! 💖
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul, 2024
Thank you so much for your heartwarming review! 🌟 We’re thrilled to hear that you and your family enjoyed the stunning views and found the condo spacious and comfortable. It's wonderful to know that the washer and dryer added to your convenience—little touches like these make all the difference, don’t they? Your kind words about Michelle truly made our day. She is indeed a gem, and we’re so grateful to have her as part of our team. We look forward to welcoming you back to Island Retreat for more memorable stays. Until then, wishing you many more happy moments with your loved ones. Warmest regards, Life in Paradise Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay!

Loved the place! Beds were great! Access to the beach is awesome. Only thing I would change is the cookware. It was old and really worn. Couldn’t really use the pans. I usually cook full meals at the beach. That would not have been possible. Luckily we ate out and brought precooked meals.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun, 2023
Thank you for letting us host your vacation. We hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First Visit Turns into New Family Tradition

This was the first family vacation I have coordinated (myself, my partner, my mother, stepfather, sister, and two nephews ages 4 and 2) and it was really a trial run to see if we could pull it off—but thanks to the amazing accommodations and unbelievable locations, we now have a new family tradition and cannot wait to come back next year. It was perfect for the kids, grandparents, and us 30-something adults. The town is so easy to navigate but you'll feel like you have your own little slice of the beach given the property layout. It's a gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug, 2022
Thanks so much for staying with us, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay, We look forward to having you come again soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Port A Retreat

We had a comfortable stay at this condo. Security on site and nice pool nearby. Easy access to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

sleep deprived

the place itself was cute and clean. However unless you like the feel of sleeping on a hard floor, the beds were very uncomfortable. We left sleep deprived because of the very stiff mattresses. We called maintenance twice because of the washer and dryer not working properly. Two folding chairs left on the patio were rusty and one had a broken leg.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication

Issues with water heater

The condo has been updated nicely. The staffing may have been a problem since the cleaners were rushed and overlooked a few items, insufficient washcloths, hand towels and toilet paper. The main problem with this unit, IR44 is the water heater. Although maintenance responded quickly each time, we had to wait for showers until circuit breakers in the water heater closet were reset several times per day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our stay

The place and location were both perfect! We absolutely loved our stay and time 💖
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the property & location!

Loved the apartment layout & beachy theme! Great view of pool & beach in background! :) Kitchen was stocked with plates & pots & pans. I would reccomend some hot pads to be available for use. As for cleanness-- there were a few spots that hadnt been wiped down & dead insect in one of rooms on other side of bed. Front area by door was wet when I first entered property. Noticed the same thing next morning. I am guess its the mostisure from all the rain. OVERALL it was a GREAT PLACE TO STAY! :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ocean View

Property was as we expected. Very clean and updated everything seemed new. Beds were all very comfortable with a memory foam topper . The views were beautiful . Walk to the beach was about 5 min over the walkway. We still got a golf cart because it was so much fun to use. We had a great time. My party was large 7 people and we were all comfortable. The only thing I would recommend is one more TV in the middle room, it was the only one without a TV. Hot water was an issue a couple times so we had to spread out shower times. But overall very pleased.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Apr, 2021
Thank you so much for staying with us at Island Retreat. You really can't beat the ocean view and the easy beach access with the board walk. Golf carts are great to rent on the island, so much fun to drive on the beach and run errands around town. We appreciate your business, please come again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring break 2021

We had super-bummer weather, but the property itself was great. The property is in walking distance of the beach and close drive to restaurants, etc. in 'town'. There is security checking in/out cars, so we felt safe. Lots of families- this is not a party property. In this condo, hot water was an issue... it ran out FAST.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr, 2021
Thank you for the review. We are glad you enjoyed your time and look forward to your return to the island!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Island Retreat has always been good to me.

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This my 3rd time at Island Retreat. The addition Life in Paradise for management is a nice touch. The first two times, 2012 and 2013 were great and everything we expected. With Life in Paradise you get some much appreciated changes that I think make things considerably better, especially with our current situation in the world with Covid. The app and touchpad entry is nice. Get all your info before you check in and don't have to even go to the office. Staff is responsive should you need them. The location to the beach is great, two nice sized pools and plenty of bbq pits to use. The pits are cleaned daily and ready to go.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Dec, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are glad you had a great experience with our mobile check-in, keyless entry and accommodating stay at this condo with a boardwalk to the beach. We appreciate your business and look forward to having you back again soon. Life in Paradise
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